Statement of ethos and values

At Hadrian Primary School we are committed to providing a caring, friendly and safe environment for all of our pupils so they can learn in a relaxed and secure atmosphere. We believe every pupil should be able to participate in all school activities in an enjoyable and safe environment and be protected from harm. This is the responsibility of every adult employed by, or invited to deliver services at, Hadrian Primary School. We recognise our responsibility to safeguard and promote the welfare of all our pupils by protecting them from physical, sexual or emotional abuse, neglect and bullying.

We Value:

• Our truthfulness, honesty, politeness and consideration towards others
• Respect and tolerance of the opinions and beliefs of others.
• Commitment and determination to realise  dreams and the ability to inspire confidence and courage to achieve success.
• The qualities of patience and sensitivity ;
• Self-discipline, self-respect, empathy and the capacity to live as an independent, self-motivated person with an awareness of our sociality and the world community.
• Our children’s inquisitive and imaginative minds,  their questions, communication skills  and participation as members of co-operative groups;

Our core values are:

• Respect for others and tolerance
• Trust, honesty and truth
• Equality
• Commitment
• Friendship and kindness
• Confidence and courage

Ethos: 

The culture of our school will be based on the principles of dialogue, inclusion and mutual respect. All dealings between staff, students and parents will be characterised by a code of common courtesy and good manners. Partnership, working together and celebrating our diverse cultures, are the corner stone of our school community. 
We are committed to providing a service to our students who are recognised as the most important group within the school community. Staff will demonstrate due consideration and respect for their students. Students' rights to voice opinions will be recognised and staff will work with students to deal with their concerns. 
The efforts which members of staff make to improve the learning process and promote partnership will be recognised by students adopting an active role in their own learning. 
When dealing with difficult situations we will seek to resolve problems by mediation, respecting the feelings of all involved. 
The school will continue to develop its existing positive links with the local community and promote civic pride in its achievements and reputation. 

SCHOOL AIMS: 

1 To provide high quality learning and teaching 
2 To develop an ethos that promotes attainment and achievement beyond expectation 
3 To develop links between home, school and community and promote good relationships 
4 To promote the intellectual, social and physical development of the individual 
5 To provide a broad and balanced curriculum across its elements 

Follow the link to see how we promote British Values at Hadrian Primary School